Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) is setting the stage for a revolution in the compact SUV segment with the imminent launch of the new generation Hyundai Venue. Scheduled to hit Indian showrooms on November 4, 2025, this isn’t just a facelift; it’s a complete overhaul designed to be sharper, smarter, and safer. With a host of revisions both inside and out, the new Venue is engineered to inspire and perform, directly challenging formidable rivals like the Tata Nexon, Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Kia Sonet, and Mahindra XUV 3XO.
🔥 Performance & Powertrain: Power to Choose
The core of the all-new Venue’s appeal lies in its versatile and re-tuned powertrain options, designed for better drivability and a sharper response across the board. The popular engine trio has been carried forward, but with strategic transmission updates to maximize performance and convenience.
| Engine Type | Specification | Power (PS) / Torque (Nm) | Transmission Options | Key Highlights |
| 1.2L Kappa MPi Petrol (Naturally Aspirated) | 1197cc | 83 PS / 114.7 Nm | 5-speed Manual | Reliable, city-friendly efficiency. |
| 1.0L Turbo GDi Petrol | 998cc, 3-cylinder | 120 PS / 172 Nm | 6-speed Manual or 7-speed Dual Clutch Automatic (DCT) | Punchier mid-range pull, high-tech DCT with Idle Stop-and-Go technology. |
| 1.5L U2 CRDi Diesel | 1493cc | 116 PS / 250 Nm | 6-speed Manual or 6-speed Automatic (Torque Converter) | Dependable power, new automatic option for unmatched diesel convenience. |
Driving Dynamics Elevated
Hyundai has equipped the new Venue with sophisticated systems to tailor the driving experience to the driver’s mood or the demanding Indian terrain:
- Selectable Drive Modes: Choose your style with Eco, Normal, and Sport modes, which intelligently adjust the engine and transmission response.
- Terrain Control Modes: For challenging surfaces, the Venue offers dedicated Sand, Mud, and Snow modes, optimizing traction control for better grip.
- Paddle Shifters: Adding a sporty, engaging dimension, paddle shifters offer quick manual control over the automatic transmission.
💎 Cabin & Technology: A Digital Cockpit
The interior has undergone a “major leap in technology”, making the cabin feel significantly more premium and futuristic.
Next-Gen Digital Experience
- Dual 12.3-inch Curved Panoramic Displays: Taking center stage is a stunning, segment-first curved display setup, merging the digital instrument cluster and the touchscreen infotainment system into one seamless panel.
- Hyundai ccNC System: The Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC), powered by NVIDIA, features a sleek interface, onboard navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, and supports Over-the-Air (OTA) updates for a constantly evolving user experience.
- Premium Comfort: The new cabin features a dual-tone Dark Navy and Dove Grey theme, ventilated front seats, a 4-way powered driver’s seat, 2-step reclining rear seats, and a premium 8-speaker Bose sound system.
🛡️ Uncompromised Safety: Introducing Level 2 ADAS
Safety is a cornerstone of the new-gen Venue, boasting an impressive suite of features that significantly raise the segment benchmark.
- Level 2 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System): For the first time, the Venue incorporates the cutting-edge Hyundai SmartSense Level 2 ADAS with 16 intelligent functions, combining both camera and radar technology. Key features include:
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) (for vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists, and junction turning)
- Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
- Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
- Parking Collision Avoidance Assist – Rear
- Structural Integrity: The new Venue is built on a super-strong body structure utilizing 71% high-strength steel, including advanced high-strength and hot-stamped steel, ensuring superior crash protection.
- Standard Safety: It includes six airbags as standard across all variants, along with Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC), Electric Parking Brake with Auto Hold, all four disc brakes, and a 360-degree Surround View Monitor (SVM).
The new-gen Hyundai Venue promises to deliver a powerful blend of robust performance, best-in-class technology, and segment-redefining safety. As Tarun Garg, Whole-Time Director and Chief Operating Officer, HMIL, aptly put it, the all-new Venue is “designed to thrill, engineered to perform and built to inspire.”
With bookings already open at an amount of Rs.25,000, the stage is set for this compact SUV to make a significant impact on the Indian automotive market.